A Waynesville man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Saturday evening in Pulaski County.
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP), the incident occurred around 6:13 p.m. on Highway W, north of Repeat Drive. A 38-year-old man was riding a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle northbound when he failed to negotiate a curve, causing the motorcycle to veer off the right side of the road, overturn, and eject the rider.
Authorities stated the rider was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash and sustained serious injuries. He was airlifted by Air Evac to Mercy Hospital in Springfield for treatment.
The motorcycle was reportedly heavily damaged and was recovered by a family friend. MSHP is continuing its investigation into the crash.